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Lions Club yard sale/flea market

CARVER – The Carver Lions will host its third annual yard sale and flea market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, in Shurtleff Park to benefit the Carver Lions Scholarship Fund. All monies raised at this event will go to the Carver Lions Scholarship Fund to benefit Carver students. In May of 2012 the Carver Lions Club was able to award $700 scholarships to five Carver students because of events like this. Spaces (10 by 10) are available to rent for $25. Vendors are invited. The rain date is Saturday, Sept. 22. Contact Lions member Pat at 508-866-8577 up to 6 p.m. to reserve your space or for more information.

Driftwood Folk Café opens season

PLYMOUTH – Singers/songwriters Annie Wenz, Danielle Miraglia and Amy Petty will perform at Driftwood Folk Café at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, at First Parish Church, at 19 Town Square, downstairs in Kendall Hall. Refreshments will be available. Children are welcome, with adult supervision, provided they are attentive and courteous. Tickets are $18 in advance or $21 at 7:30 p.m. at the door the day of the show, if available. Visit www.driftwoodfolkcafe.com for details.

CAPT PAL Preschool

CARVER – CAPT PAL Preschool is accepting applications for fall 2012. There are morning sessions available for children age 3 through 5. The preschool is located downstairs at the United Parish of Carver Church in Center Carver. The school was established in 1974 and serves families in Carver and surrounding towns. For more information about the programs available or to request an application, call the Director, Elaine Raymond at 508-866-5415.

Ghost story submissions

MIDDLEBOROUGH – Do you have a true local ghost story you’d like to share? The editors at Rock Village Publishing are seeking stories for a forthcoming book about hauntings, ghastly deeds or weird goings-on in the towns of Middleborough and Lakeville. You may submit your written story either by regular mail or by email. Be sure to include your address and phone number. Your story may be of any length, but is subject to editing. State whether photographs are available, but do not include them with your submission. The deadline for submitting stories is Dec. 31. If your story is accepted, you will be notified, and you will receive a copy of the book when it is published next year. Mail your story to Rock Village Publishing, 41 Walnut St., Middleborough, MA 02346, or email your story to rockvillage@verizon.net with “Got Ghosts?” in the subject line of email. Do not mail originals; mail copies only. No stories will be returned.

Yard, plant sale

PLYMPTON – A fall yard and plant sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, at Silver Lake Chapel, 33 Lake St., Plympton. There will be an assortment of yard sale items and plants. There will also be plants from local gardeners. And there will be an expert gardener on hand to help with any questions you may have with the care and feeding of your plants. By attending you support the Silver Lake Chapel. The contact person is Cindy Lynch 781-367-2971.

Carver Farmers’ Market

CARVER – The Carver Farmers’ Market will run every Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. until Oct. 28, rain or shine, in Shurtleff Park on Route 58 (across from the Carver Town Hall). The market offers local farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, live lobsters, eggs, jams, jellies, sauces, home baked goods, hanging baskets, annuals, perennials, herbs, shrubs, honey, soap, jewelry, crafts, live music, and much more. For information, call 508-866-2428.

PLYMOUTH – The Plymouth Farmers’ Market calls Plimoth Plantation home this year. The traditional cowbell will open the market at 2:30 p.m. each Thursday through October, rain or shine, on the grassy field adjacent to the River Street museum entrance. Market hours are from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The new market location has free parking, with handicap and senior parking close to the marketplace. Plimoth Plantation is also on the GATRA bus route. The market retains its traditional features at Plimoth Plantation, where preserving the agricultural history of the region is vital. EBT/SNAP cards are welcome. For directions, music series schedule and more information, visit www.plymouthfarmersmarket.org.

Plymouth Harbor Market Days

PLYMOUTH – Plymouth Harbor Market Days now features the Saturday farmers’ market as well as two farmers’ markets Thursdays. The Saturday farmers’ market on the 1820 Courthouse Green in downtown Plymouth is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Oct. 27, rain or shine.

From 10 a.m. to noon each Thursday, a market is held at The Market in the Pinehills, in the upper parking lot across from Levis & Son Gulf. From 2:30 to 6:30 p.m., a market is held in Stephens Field each Thursday through Oct. 25, rain or shine. For details visit www.plymouthharbormarketdays.org.

Harvest Fair, Joe Davies Folk Festival

MIDDLEBOROUGH – The 21st annual Soule Homestead Harvest Fair & Joe Davies Folk Festival is being held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16, in Middleborough. There will be two days of family fun, music and food to celebrate the fall harvest with activities for all ages. Admission is $7 per person; children under age 6 are free, one free admission per membership and new members can join at the admission booth.

New this year is an apple pie baking contest. Pie bakers are invited to submit their best apple pie with recipe to the Soule Homestead Harvest Fair Apple Pie Contest. Pies should be brought to the fair by noon. The winners will be announced at 1 p.m. First prize will be a family membership to the Soule Homestead for one year and a 25-pound bag of apples. Second and third prizes will be decorative ceramic apple-baking dishes. Admission is $7 for everyone, children under age 6 are free, as well as one free admission per membership.

Soule Homestead Education Center – 46 Soule St., Middleborough/508-947-6744/email: info@soulehomestead.org. Call the Homestead for more information at 508-947-6744. A full schedule of activities and list of performers is available at www.soulehomestead.org.

King Richard’s Faire

CARVER – King Richard’s Faire, New England’s largest and longest-running Renaissance Festival, runs through Oct. 21, 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekends and Monday holidays (Labor Day, Columbus Day) at 235 Main St. in South Carver. The faire is a full day of live, interactive entertainment for all ages, including exotic tigers and a rare liger, daring knights jousting on horseback, and eight stages filled with song and dance. Every Saturday, themed events add variety to the lineup (see www.kingrichardsfaire.net for special Saturday schedule). Tickets cost $27 for adults (age 12 and older) and $15 for children ages 4-11. Children under 4 are admitted free, and parking is free. Discounts are available for groups of 25 or more adults with reservations (email info@kingrichardsfaire.net). Find King Richard on Facebook (www.facebook.com/TheKingRichardsFaire) and on Twitter @KRFaire or call 508-866-5391 for more information.

September blood drives

The American Red Cross will hold several community blood drives during September. Blood donors are needed every day to ensure an adequate blood supply for patients in need. In September, all presenting donors will receive a collectible Red Sox T-shirt and a $19.99 Extra Mile Service Package with oil and filter change, free four-tire rotation, free wiper blades and free tire pressure check, plus $60 off a set of four tires. This is valid at participating retail locations; some restrictions may apply. To make an appointment to donate blood, call 800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767) or log onto redcrossblood.org.

PLYMOUTH – The Pilgrim Festival Chorus (PFC), the region’s principal nonprofit community choral group, invites vocalists throughout the region to attend open auditions “Welcome Nights.” Monday, Sept. 17 and 24, Music Director William Richter will welcome newcomers of all skill levels to learn about the PFC and audition for vocal placement at 6:30 p.m. at the Church of the Pilgrimage, 8 Town Square in Plymouth. The first rehearsals for the winter concert, “Northern European Christmas, to be performed Dec. 1 and 2, will immediately follow at 7 p.m.

For information regarding membership and auditions, contact William Richter by calling 781-789-3343 or by emailing wbrichter54@gmail.com. For information on this season's schedule and repertoire, call Eileen McCaffrey at 508-866-7895, Meredith Hutchings at 508-746-5314, or follow Pilgrim Festival Chorus on Facebook. For rehearsal and performance venue information on The Church of the Pilgrimage, visit www.8townsquare.org.

Cars and Copters returns to Plymouth Airport

PLYMOUTH – Cars and Copters will once again be held Sunday Sept. 16, at the Plymouth municipal airport. Now in its fourth year, this year’s event will be bigger and better than ever with over 1000 cars and several helicopters expected. Helicopter rides are also available and there will be a silent auction and a raffle held on-site.

Gates open at 10 a.m. and the event runs until 3 p.m. There is no charge to attend the show but contributions are welcome. In past years, almost all marques have been represented, from modern day super cars to vehicles dating back to the Pre War era. In addition to an amazing display of cars, people have the chance to get up close to some amazing flying machines as well as have the opportunity to go for a short helicopter ride around Plymouth Harbor.

Cars and Copters raises money for The Jimmy Fund in memory of Ricky Hoffman, a Scituate boy who lost his battle with brain cancer in 2009. The event is hosted by Yuppieracing.net with the help of Driven Perfection, Heliops LLC, Ryan Rotors, Plymouth Municipal Airport management, B and L Productions, and The Beantown Sound. For more information, see www.yuppieracing.net or on Facebook: Cars and Copters

Frogs for Freedom Poker Run

PLYMOUTH – The annual NE Chapter UDT/SEAL Association Frogs for Freedom Poker Run will be Sunday, Sept. 16, from the Black Raspberry Pub, at 36 Cordage Park Circle (508-830-0022). Registration is 9:30 a.m., kickstands up at 10:30 and cookout starts at 2 p.m. Registration is $20 and includes event T-shirt while they last and one poker hand. For the cookout only, $20. Plaques will be awarded to the largest group and the best and worst poker hands. There will be door prizes and a 50/50 raffle. The band, The Steady Rollers, will provide music. All are welcome; two-, three- and four-wheelers, and hot rods. The ride is approximately 65 miles and will encompass several towns in the southern Plymouth County area. Sponsorships are available.

Frogs for Freedom poker run benefits the Navy SEAL Foundation, a 501c3 organization providing SEALs, their families and the entire Navy special warfare community to recover and cope from combat and training related situations. All donations are tax-deductible. For further information contact Ron Flockton at 781-789-4425 or email papafrog3@verizon.net.

VNA of Cape Cod Flu Clinic

CARVER – Choose an experienced, registered nurse to deliver your flu vaccine. Be a partner for a healthier Cape Cod and choose your community agency.

The VNA of Cape Cod will hold a Flu Clinic from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 19, at the Carver Library -2 Meadowbrook Way. Take insurance cards and photo ID. Open to age 18 and older.

South Shore Locavores

KINGSTON – The Kingston Public Library and edible South Shore magazine are collaborating on another year of South Shore Locavores programs, an ongoing series that looks at the phenomenon of “eating locally.” The series has been running since January 2010.

For the upcoming season, programs will usually be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the third Thursday of the month at the Beal House, 222 Main St.

The first session, Thursday, Sept. 20, is themed “Seafood on the Half Shell: local shellfish,” featuring John and Karen Wheble from Kingston’s own Rocky Nook Oyster Company, as well as Dave and Beth Casoni from the Massachusetts Lobsterman’s Association.

Resource lists are provided for each session.

Participants are encouraged to take a dish to share to any of the gatherings.

Team Up Against Hunger: In an effort to help fight hunger on the South Shore, there is a collection box for non-perishable foods at each gathering, for donation to the Greater Plymouth Food Warehouse.

The gatherings are free. However, donations of $5 will be gratefully accepted to help cover expenses. Any surplus will be used towards library book purchases.

Topics for September 2012 through May 2013.*

Sept. 20: Seafood on the Half Shell: local shellfish

Oct. 18: Keep the Vampires at Bay: all about garlic

Nov. 8: Your Hyper-local Thanksgiving Sideboard

Dec. 20: Local Flatfish: CSFs and more

Jan. 17: Little Changes, with Kristie Marsh

Feb. 21: Start Your Garden Now!

March 21: Bread and Olive Oil

April 18: Edible Landscaping

May 16: Are Those GMO Seeds You’re Planting?

*All topics are subject to change

Folk music coffeehouse

KINGSTON – The South Shore Folk Music Club will hold a coffeehouse featuring Che Pizarro and the Mill City Growlers – Kevin Mason to open at 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 21. Doors open at 7:30. at the Beal House of the Kingston Unitarian Church, Main Street. Members $7, non-members $8, children $4

The atmosphere is informal, friendly and smoke- and alcohol-free. The venue is handicap-accessible. For information www.southshorefolkmusicclub.org or 781-871-1052.

Up with People

PLYMOUTH – Up with People, a nonprofit educational organization that travels around the world doing community service projects and performing shows, will be appearing in Plymouth Friday and Saturday, Sept. 21 and 22, for 7 p.m. performances in Memorial Hall, at 83 Court St., Plymouth. Advance tickets are $20 for adults; $15 for students, seniors and children; $60 for a family four-pack and $100 for a "patron ticket" (Friday's show only). See www.upwithpeople.org/Plymouth for details. All tickets will cost $25 at the door.

Up with People features 100 students from 20 countries and will be on the South Shore Sept. 17-24. Host families are needed. To volunteer to welcome an Up with People participant into your home, contact Pieter Gyssels at 720-375-1787 or pgyssels@upwithpeople.org by Sept. 16. (Host families will be asked to provide a place to sleep, morning and evening transportation, breakfast and some dinners, and will receive two tickets to the show.)

Poetry: The Art of Words

PLYMOUTH – Poetry: The Art of Words, the Mike Amado Memorial Series, will be held at the Plymouth Center for the Arts, at 11 North St. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., the music starts at noon, followed by poetry at 12:45 and an open mic at 2. Admission is free. Visit www.ptaow.com for more information.

MIDDLEBOROUGH – Saturday, Sept. 22, Yolanda Lodi will be at Trucchi’s new location in Middleborough, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., signing copies of Make It Better With Cranberries Cookbook 2012. She invites cooks of all ages, including students and youths, to bring along their favorite cranberry recipes. As editor of this year’s book containing over 40 cranberry recipes selected from last year’s contest, she will provide contest information (which includes great prizes) and will help fine tune your special recipe for submission to this year’s contest, which will generate Make It Better With Cranberries Cookbook 2013. Here’s your chance to have your special recipe preserved for future generations and to win a great prize.

Trucchi’s is located at 438 West Grove St., Route 28, Middleborough. For more information go to www.trucchis.com.

Arenstam book signing

KINGSTON – The Kingston Public Library will host an afternoon with local author Peter Arenstam at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, in the meeting room. Arenstam will talk about his new children’s book The Mighty Mastiff of the Mayflower. Arenstam will be signing his book and copies of his book will be available for purchase at $14.99.

The Pilgrims weren’t the only ones to brave this journey. This story is based on the real dog, Grace, who left her home and came over with the first settlers. Grace experiences many adventures and friendship with a young boy on this journey.

Arenstam has worked at Plimoth Plantation for 20 years. He spends most of his time there taking care of the Mayflower II. He is the author of Mayflower 1620: a new look at a Pilgrim Voyage, Felix and his Mayflower II Adventures, Nicholas: a Massachusetts Tale, Nicholas: a Maine Tale, Nicholas: a Vermont Tale and Nicholas: a New Hampshire Tale.

This program is open to all and refreshments will be served. To register for this program call 781-585-0517 ext. 112 or online through the calendar of events on the library website at www.kingstonpubliclibrary.org.

Selectman Marrone’s office hours

CARVER – Selectman Helen Z. Marrone will host office hours every Tuesday from 6:30 to 7 p.m. at Carver Town Hall. At these meetings residents will be able to discuss town issues one on one.

Marrone will have one remaining Saturday office hour visit from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, at Moore Dogs for coffee-hour conversation (directly across the street from Shaw’s Supermarket). Enjoy a cup of coffee and summer weather at the picnic table while discussing your town concerns.

You can also contact her by phone at 508-280-1375 or send an email to helenmarrone2012@gmail.com to schedule an appointment.

Selectman Hewins’ office hours

CARVER – Carver Selectman Sarah Hewins will hold open office hours the first Thursday of every month at Carver Town Hall, 108 Main St. Hours are 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the selectmen’s private meeting room on the second floor of Town Hall. No appointment is necessary.

Meetings can also be scheduled by appointment. For appointments or more information, Carver residents can email sgh@SarahHewins.com.

A Trip to Tuscany

PLYMOUTH: edible South Shore magazine will host a culinary demonstration and sampling from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 23, at The Summerhouse Welcome Center at The Pinehills, 33 Summerhouse Drive, Plymouth. The event will feature chefs Dane Axon from The Market, Joanna Farrar from the Rye Tavern and Stephen Coe from Defined Palate.

Guests will be treated to Tuscan style foods provided by chefs Farrar and Coe along with Italian style oils from West of Italy, Inc., Balsamic Oils from The Roman Table and wines from Long Ridge Wine and Spirits. Demonstrations will include Tuscan themed hors d’oeuvres and desserts and décor will be provided by Picture Perfect Interiors. Event planners Leslie Delaney of Perfect Parties and Diana Scolponeti of In the Event are working with edible South Shore Magazine to plan this series. The event is $15 per person. For more information on registering for this event go to www.ediblesouthshore.com or email or call info@ediblesouthshore.com or 781-582-1726.

Bourne Scallop Festival

BUZZARDS BAY – Recognized again as a “Top 100 Event in North America” by the American Bus Association, the Fest takes place the third weekend after Labor Day, Sept. 21, 22, 23, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday at Buzzards Bay Park, Main Street, Buzzards Bay. General Admission is $5 – children 12 and under are admitted free. Free parking is available. Go to www.bournescallopfest.com for all the details.

Friday night only, Rockwell Amusement is offering a “Wrist Band Night.” Families can purchase a $22 “wrist band” per child and ride all the rides from Friday at 3 p.m. to close at 10 p.m. using the wristband. A great deal for the family!

Families will see spectacular views, listen to non-stop entertainment, have fun at the midway of rides for the kids, and enjoy the scallops. In addition to more than 6,000 pounds of scallops that will be consumed, people can also choose from herb-roasted chicken, lobster rolls, chowder, salads, raw bar, hamburgers, hotdogs, specialty coffees, desserts, and much more. Beer and wine are also included.

Carver Republican Town Committee

CARVER – The meeting dates for the next three Carver Republican Town Committee meetings are Sept. 26, Oct. 24, and Nov. 28, all Wednesday nights at 7 p.m. at the rear of the Carver public library. All conservative Republican and conservative unenrolled Carver residents are invited to attend.

Soule Homestead events

MIDDLEBOROUGH – Wednesday, Sept. 26, 6 to 9 p.m. – Weaving For My Soule: Learn a new skill while volunteering at the Soule Homestead. A different basket-weaving project is planned each month, and participants will have the option to purchase their completed projects or leave them at Soule to be offered for sale at year-round events. Materials, tools, water and soaking bins are provided. There is no cost to participate and basket weavers of all skill levels are welcome to attend. Call the Homestead for more information at 508-947-6744.

Al Anon meetings

SOUTH CARVER – The Church of the Vine, 5 Wareham St., South Carver, will hold Al Anon meetings at 9:30 a.m. Fridays. Al Anon is a support group for families and friends of alcoholics and substance abusers.

Men’s Night Out

HALIFAX – The Interdenominational Christian Men’s Network will have its next Men’s Night Out from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28 with guest speaker T.C. Stallings at the Halifax Country Club, Route 106, Halifax. This will be an evening of fun, food and fellowship. There will be a hearty dinner, a time of worship and a keynote speaker.

ICMN is an independent, non-profit 501(c) (3) organization, and is not associated with any church or denomination. Come out, have a good time and fellowship with us. Bring a friend, neighbor, co-worker or a relative. All are welcome.

Admission to Men’s Night Out costs $15 per adult, and $12 per teen. A group rate of $12 per person for groups of 10 or more if pre-registered by mail no later than Sept. 25 is offered. For more information and details to register, visit the website, www.icmn.us. You can also contact Peter Rice at 508-238-8661, or by email at peter@icmn.us. Additionally you may contact Alan Siegel at 508-238-0406, or by email at alan@siegelfinancial.com.

A pre-concert soiree in partnership with The Alzheimer’s Association will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Pilgrim Hall Museum, 75 Court St., Plymouth. Contact the Phil office for details. thephil@plymouthphil.org 508-746-8008

The concert is sponsored, in part, by: Eye Health Services and Tech Etch. The 97th season of the Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra is funded in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

South Shore Walk to End Alzheimer’s

PLYMOUTH – Senate President Therese Murray will serve as honorary chairman of the 2012 South Shore Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The South Shore Walk to End Alzheimer’s is an annual event that aims to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. It will take place at Pilgrim Memorial Park on Water Street in Plymouth Saturday, Sept. 29. To learn more or to sign up to participate, call 800-272-3900 or visit www.alzwalkMANH.org.

The event, held to promote the arts within the community and schools, will feature artists, artisans and craftspeople demonstrating, displaying and selling their works throughout the day.

There will an art show for local student and adult artists, with prizes awarded by popular vote. There will also be face painting, a bounce house for children and a cranberry-cookie baking contest.

Music will performed by The Bog Iron String Band, and food will be provided by Bob and Tammy Falzarano of Wicked Smokin’ BBQ.

For more information, call Kathy Lindros at 508-923-9080 or email artsbythebog@hotmail.com. The event is sponsored by Flax Pond Cranberry Co., Inc. Pictures of previous events can be seen at flaxpondfarms.com.

Cliff Eberhardt at Beal House

KINGSTON – The South Shore Folk Music Club will hold a concert by Cliff Eberhardt at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. at the Beal House of the Kingston Unitarian Church, Main Street. Members $18, non-members $20

The atmosphere is informal, friendly and smoke- and alcohol-free. The venue is handicap-accessible. For information www.southshorefolkmusicclub.org or 781-871-1052.

Old class pictures sought

CARVER – The Carver Historical Commission would like to add old class pictures to its collection. Photos taken of classes attending the Benjamin Ellis school, old Center School and Gov. John Carver School would be appreciated. Identification of pupils is most helpful. Contact Connie Shaw at 508-866-4453 or leave pictures to be loaned or donated at the main desk of the Carver Library.

Day Out with Thomas

CARVER – Spend the day at Edaville immersed in the storybook world of Thomas the Tank Engine. Take a 20-minute ride on a 15-ton replica of Thomas and meet his kindly-but-stern boss, Sir Topham Hat. Enjoy unlimited use of all the amusement rides and indoor and outdoor play spaces. Tickets are $18 per person (free for children under age 2). Thomas will be at Edaville 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 5-8 and 13-14. Call 508-866-8190 or visit wwwedaville.com for details.

Kayla’s Beat Goes On

PLYMOUTH – The Jordan Hospital Club is hosting the sixth annual Kayla’s Beat Goes On 5K Road Race at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13. The 5K Walk/Run is held in memory of Kayla Richards, a radiology associate at Jordan Hospital, who at age 22 died tragically at a local fitness club. Kayla’s Bill was passed in 2007 requiring gyms to have automatic defibrillators on location with trained staff. The goal is to raise $50,000 for upgrades and enhancements to the Samuel S. Dennis III and Lillian W. Dennis Critical Care Center at Jordan Hospital. This race event, through the Jordan Hospital Club, has donated more than $75,000 to the hospital to benefit the Cardiovascular Center, the Breast Center, the Cardio-Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center and the Birth Place. Post-race celebrations include cash prizes, gift certificates, food and live music. Special edition T-shirts are awarded to the first 200 registrants. Visit www.kaylasbeatgoeson.org to register/donate/sponsor. For information about the Jordan Hospital Club, visit www.jhclub.org. Find the race on Facebook at Jordan Hospital Club’s Kaylas Beat Goes On 5K Run Walk.

Register for Habitat golf tournament

PLYMOUTH – Habitat for Humanity of Greater Plymouth will hold its 12th annual golf tournament Saturday, Oct. 20, at Southers Marsh Golf Club in Plymouth, sponsored by DSW Inc. Shotgun start is at 8 a.m. Early birds can register for $85 until Sept. 15. After Sept. 15 the fee is $95, and registration is open until Oct. 17. The greens fee includes a cart, Italian dinner, prizes and a gift bag. Lunch-only tickets are also available for $25. Tournament sponsors are also needed. A $50 sponsorship gets your company name or logo on a sign at the hole on the course, $150 has the name or logo on participant T-shirts and on Habitat’s website, and $1,000 includes the name or logo on all carts, T-shirts, the website and all press releases. All proceeds go toward continuing Habitat of Greater Plymouth’s mission to provide decent, affordable housing in conjunction with deserving families. For more information, or to register for the tournament, visit Habitat of Greater Plymouth’s website, www.hfhplymouth.org, or call the office at 508-866-4188.

Chrissy’s Charity bazaar donations

PLYMOUTH – Chrissy’s Charity will hold a two-day bazaar, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 20-21, at St. Mary parish center, at 327 Court St. There will be more than 25 tables. There are now more than 20 different faith bracelets available, each in a gift box with a card, which have been blessed, for $7 each. There are new gift items for $2, $3, $4, etc., new watches at reduced prices, handmade jewelry, dolls, women’s rings and much more. There is also a limited supply of free rosaries, crucifixes and prayer booklets. Donations are needed of white elephant table items, any type of old or new or broken jewelry, yarn, unopened cosmetic items, Christian items and lots of goodies for the food tables (homemade pasta is especially appreciated). Please, no furniture or clothes. Drop off items at the parish center from 8 a.m. to noon Oct. 18-19. All funds raised are for the charitable needs of the church and the community. Call Jane at 508-746-6095 or Brenda at 781-585-8954 if you have any questions.

Register for Habitat golf tournament

PLYMOUTH – Habitat for Humanity of Greater Plymouth will hold its 12th annual golf tournament Saturday, Oct. 20, at Southers Marsh Golf Club in Plymouth, sponsored by DSW Inc. Shotgun start is at 8 a.m. Early birds can register for $85 until Sept. 15. After Sept. 15 the fee is $95 and you can register until Oct. 17. The greens fee includes a cart, Italian dinner, prizes and a gift bag. Lunch only tickets are also available for $25. If golfing isn’t exactly your game, sign up to become a tournament sponsor. A $50 sponsorship gets your company name or logo on a sign at the hole on the course, $150 has the name or logo on participant T-shirts and on Habitat’s website, and $1,000 includes the name or logo on all carts, T-shirts, the website and all press releases. All proceeds go toward continuing Habitat of Greater Plymouth’s mission to provide decent, affordable housing in conjunction with deserving families. For more information or to register for the tournament, visit Habitat of Greater Plymouth’s website, www.hfhplymouth.org, or call the office at 508-866-4188.

Komen MA Race for the Cure

BOSTON – The 20th annual Komen MA Race for the Cure will start at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, at Joe Moakley Park, in South Boston. The event is a nonprofit fundraising event dedicated to raising dollars to support local breast health programs that cover education, prevention, screening and treatment while also funding the most promising research on the national level. The Susan G. Komen Race Series is the world’s largest and most successful education and fundraising event for breast cancer. The first Massachusetts Race for the Cure was held in 1993. Since 2003, more than 30,000 men, women and children have participated in the affiliate’s signature 5K fitness run/walk event. For more information or to register for the Komen MA Race for the Cure, visit www.komenmassrace.org/2012.

Edaville Rail Run

CARVER – The 12th annual Edaville Rail Run will take place Nov. 10, in Edaville Railroad, South Carver. There will be a 5-mile race and a 2-mile fun run/walk, both starting at 10 a.m. Two of the most unique courses around, these courses traverse the gravel bog trails in and around Edaville Railroad. No hills but some nice multi-media surfaces, from grass to gravel to some asphalt. All participants may purchase half-price tickets for Edaville, that day only. Indoor facilities before and after the race are available, entertainment by “Pete,” “Bob’s Chowda” and more. This is a family-friendly event. No dogs allowed in Edaville USA or on the racecourse. For more information call race director Donna Merritt at 508-317-5359 or email edavillerailrun@comcast.net. For additional race information go to: www.edavillerailrun.com. To register on line go to: www.coolrunning.com. Long sleeved dry fit tee shirt to first 600 registrants.

Historical Carveropoly

CARVER – The Carver Historical Society is selling “Historical Carveropoly” board games, a great gift for any Carver native. Games can be purchased at the library, Betsy’s Boutique, Rooney’s Barbershop or by calling Jan Tracey at 508-866-2839.

VNA of Cape Cod

CARVER – Kathy Ganey, a public health nurse with the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) of Cape Cod, is at the COA every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to noon for blood pressure checks and, in addition, on the first Tuesday of the month for glucose testing. Adult immunizations are offered, by appointment only, by calling 1-800-631-3900.

Habitat’s ReStore

CARVER – Doing some summer cleaning and not quite sure where to put all of the things in that unwanted pile? Donate those items to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Plymouth’s ReStore!

Habitat’s ReStore, located on Route 58 in Carver, sells donated materials to contractors and the general public at a discounted price. The proceeds from the sale of all donated items go toward the construction of Habitat homes.

No item is too small, as items currently in the ReStore range from windows to home decor to nuts and bolts. As long as it’s still in good condition, we’d love to have it! Donating to the ReStore is also a good way to help the environment through keeping extra items out of landfills.

If you’re looking to take in some new items for remodeling projects, stop by the ReStore and save 50-90 percent off retail price on everything in the store. You can’t beat the prices, and new merchandise comes in on a regular basis from retailers, contractors and individuals.

Come take a look around and see what jumps out at you. You never know what you’ll find. The store is located at 72 N. Main St. in Carver, and the hours are Thursday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information about the ReStore and how to volunteer or donate, visit www.hfhplymouth.org or visit the Facebook page, Greater Plymouth Habitat & ReStore.

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